Kolkata to Kathmandu

Kolkata is one of the oldest cities in India which is known for its deep rooted culture and rich historical backdrops. Placed on the banks of Hooghly River, this ancient city was earlier called as 'Calcutta'. Due to its historical past, the city is awarded as ‘Cultural Capital of India’, 'the City of Processions' and 'City of Joy'. Kolkata is the capital city of Indian state of West Bengal and has also served as the capital of the country until 1911. The metropolis is known for two major things, one is 'Communist stronghold' and other is the madness for cricket. Kolkata is famous as the birthplace of many famous personalities like Rabindranath Tagore (the noblest) and Satyajit Ray (the Bharat Ratan). The city also has deep values for Catholics and other communities as Mother Teresa took her last breath here. Moving in and around the city, you will get a glimpse of India's past and present through its architectural buildings. To add more memorable moments in your life, Kolkata has many beautiful and breathtaking places in the way of Fort William, Victoria Memorial, Eden Gardens (Stadium), Birla Planetarium, Howrah Bridge, Marble Palace, Writer's Building, Nicco Park, Saheed Minar and National Library. Beside its attractions, Kolkata is also famous for its variety of lip smacking foods and warm hospitality. If you are a shopping freak, then, you can find number of markets to buy some traditional things. The fish market near the beautiful Hooghly River is quite famous not just in India but also throughout the world. A visit to the city during Durga Puja will enhance your enjoyment. The months from October to March are considered as the best period to visit the city as during this time, the climate remains pleasant. Being one of the largest cities in India, Kolkata is well connected to different parts of world. You can book your flight tickets to Kolkata from any corner of the world via MakeMyTrip.com which is a leading travel portal. Here on this dedicated portal, you can also enjoy some heavy discounts on your bookings.

Lying in the breathtaking and lofty Himalayan Mountains, Kathmandu is one of the fascinating cities in Nepal. Nestled between the border of India and China, Kathmandu is a place which gives you a clear picture of Buddhism and Hindu Mythology. Here, you will find historical monuments and ancient shrines. Situated at an altitude of 1400 meters above the sea level, Kathmandu is a prominent city as well as tourism hub of Nepal. Besides the capital of Nepal, Kathmandu is also the commercial centre of the country. The entire Himalayan valley consists of two sister cities, one is Lalitpur and other is Bhaktapur. Both the cities have many small towns. The amazing thing which you find in Kathmandu is that it is surrounded by four major hills like- Shivapuri, Pulchowki, Nagarjun and Chandragiri. UNESCO has also awarded Kathmandu valley as the UNESCO World Heritage site. Another incredible fact about the city is its eight flowing rivers named- Bagmati, Bishnumati, Dhabikhola, Manohara, Hanumant and Tukucha. With its deep rooted culture and historical backdrops, Kathmandu has a number places which are quite popular among the tourists across the world. Some of the finest places of this city are Kumari Temple, Swayambhunath Temple, Pashupatinath Temple, Bodhnath, Kirtipur, Budhanilkantha Temple, Dakshinkali Temple, Nagarkot, Daman, Dhulikhel, Changunarayan Temple, etc. Moving in the city, you will surely have a great time with family and friends. The natural surrounding and tranquil beauty of this magnificent city lures tourists and add some of the most cherished moments in your life. It is a heaven for those who love to do trekking and other mountaineering activities. The markets are also well built and give you a picture of ancient architecture. If you are looking to visit this beautiful city, then log onto MakeMyTrip.com where you can get the tour related information within few clicks of your mouse. Being India's leading online travel portal, MakeMyTrip offers your air tickets at reasonable prices as compared to other similar portals. Here, you can also book your rooms in hotels quite prior to your journey.